Money

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    Big Financial Mistakes You Should Never Make After Losing a Spouse

    The days and weeks after the loss of a spouse can be overwhelming, filled with grief, confusion, and uncertainty. It’s also a time when it’s easy to make mistakes that have long-lasting impacts, including falling prey to scams, particularly if much…

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    The Best (and Worst) States for Income Tax

    For most people, getting their first paycheck is a watershed moment. It represents your first foray into adulthood, even if you’re still a teenager. And most of the time, there’s a sense of disappointment when you finally see your paycheck…

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    JCPenney Is Closing Even More Stores. Is Your State Affected?

    Another day, another store announces that it’s closing more locations. Earlier this week, Joann Fabrics announced that it’s closing a whopping 500 locations, but now it’s JCPenney’s turn. The nationwide department store just revealed that it’s closing even more locations…

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    Jobs That Have Disappeared From American Life

    If you’re in the market for a job, the news is pretty promising: Workers are in astronomical demand, and wages are rising in an effort to attract — and keep — talent. It hasn’t always been this way. For many…

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    Before You Order Valentine’s Day Flowers, Consider These 8 Mistakes

    Valentine’s Day is the busiest holiday for florists. Thirty percent of a shop’s annual transactions are made during the holiday, according to the Society of American Florists. With so many people buying flowers for their loved ones, there’s bound to…

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    Owe the IRS? 8 Smart Strategies to Pay Off Tax Debt

    If you groan every time tax season rolls around, you’re likely not expecting a refund. If you’ve got a tax bill due and no clue how to pay it, read on.  You’ve got several options that can help you reduce…